Grease Thief Thursdays- Ultrasound Systems with UE Systems
2023-06-22 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Live and Online with SambaLive!, 410 Kings Mill Road, York, PA, 17401, United States
Ultrasound Systems with UE Systems
Join us on June 22nd at 1:00 PM EST for a discussion about Ultrasound Systems with UE Systems. Topics include:

Demonstration of Ultrasound and Automatic Lubrication system on a working Pillow Block Bearing Test Stand
Understanding Ultrasound data
Live Q&A session with UE Systems

These free webinars will be held once a month at 1pm EST and will feature demonstrations, presentations and case studies from the world of Grease and Oil Sampling and Analysis. Led by Rich Wurzbach and the MRG Labs team, these 30-60 minute sessions provide Q&A opportunities to learn from the experts.

If you have been considering grease analysis for your assets, this is the opportunity to learn more and be able to take the steps to set up a successful program. The webinars are FREE and we will send you further information on how to join these sessions to your email upon your registration.

Looking for additional opportunities for free training, webinars, and industry discussions? Look at our company’s calendar for other chances to join the conversation!

Check out our previous sessions here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv2Pqicwiiev0VILkamnCrA

MLA/MLT Level I Training Course - York, PA
2023-08-07 - 2023-08-11 | JD Brown Center, 410 Kings Mill Rd, York, PA, 17401, United States
Join us at MRG Laboratories from August 7-11th for our MLA/MLT Level I Training Course in York, PA!
Join MLE Certified, Industry Professional Rich Wurzbach for our MLA/MLT Level I Training Course in York, Pennsylvania from August 7-11th. With HANDS-ON lab experiences, this training course with equip attendees with skills in:

Maintenance Strategy
Lubrication Theory and Fundamentals
Lubricant Selection
Lubricant Application
Lube Storage and Management
Lube Condition Control
Oil Sampling
Lubricant Health Monitoring
Wear Debris Monitoring and Analysis
Preventative and Predictive Maintenance

The Level 1 MLA and MLT course will help prepare the attendee for either the Level 1 Machine Lubricant Analyst (MLA1) and/or Machinery Lubrication Technician (MLT1) certification exams. For MLA I certification, candidates must have at least 12 months experience in the field of lubricant-analysis-based machinery condition monitoring. This class meets the 24 hours formal training requirement. For MLT I certification, candidates must have at least two years education (post-secondary) or on-the-job training in one or more of the following fields: machine lubrication, engineering, mechanical maintenance, and/or maintenance trades.
In order to attend the training course and take the exam, attendees must register both with MRG Laboratories as well as ICML. If you plan to stay through August 11th and take the exam in person, please register for a paper exam with ICML. We will provide these paper exams at MRG Laboratories the day of the exam.
Interested in additional trainings? Check out our other training classes here!
Registration with MRG Laboratories: https://store.mrgcorp.com/mlt-mla-level-i/
Registration with ICML: https://www.icmlonline.com/apply/

Grease Thief Thursdays - Turbine Oil Monitoring Workshop
2023-08-17 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | Live and Online with SambaLive!, 410 Kings Mill Road, York, PA, 17401, United States
Turbine Oil Monitoring Workshop
Join us on August 17th at 1:00 PM EST for our Grease Thief Thursday event focused on Turbine Oil Monitoring Workshop and Discussion. Topics include:

Discussion of the Importance of Monitoring Turbine Oil and its Applications for Steam, Gas and Hydro
Best Sampling Practices
Oil Analysis Workshops using Quantum Oxidation Testing, RULER, MPC, and more!

These FREE webinars will be held once a month at 1pm EST and will feature demonstrations, presentations and case studies from the world of Grease Sampling and Analysis. Led by Rich Wurzbach and the MRG Labs team, these 30-60 minute sessions provide Q&A opportunities to learn from the experts.
If you have been considering grease analysis for your assets, this is the opportunity to learn more and be able to take the steps to set up a successful program. The webinars are FREE and we will send you further information on how to join these sessions to your email upon your registration.

Looking for additional opportunities for free training, webinars, and industry discussions? Look at our company’s calendar for other chances to join the conversation!

Check out our previous sessions here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv2Pqicwiiev0VILkamnCrA

ICML MLA II Training Class - York, PA
2025-12-15 - 2025-12-19 | JD Brown Center, 410 Kings Mill Rd, York, PA, 17401, United States
The Level II MLA course will help prepare the attendee for the ICML Level II Machine Lubricant Analyst (MLA-II) certification exam.
MLAII December 15-19 2025 Training Flyer

Condition-Based Maintenance Group Meeting
2026-07-20 - 2026-07-23 | Clearwater, FL
Rich Wurzbach, President of MRG Labs, and an active contributor to Power Generation facilities since 1986, will be attending and sharing updates on Lubrication Issues for the attendees of the EPRI Condition-Based Maintenance User Group in Clearwater, FL

Crane Clean Energy Restart
MRG Labs has been supporting CCEC at the site of TMI since 1986. In that time we have provided unique services including laboratory analysis of oils, greases, other fluids and failed components. MRG has over 150 years of combined experience in Condition Monitoring and Reliability technologies for nuclear power plants across the US. MRG Labs is currently analyzing MOV grease samples and other equipment lubricants to prepare for restart of Unit 1. Training, sampling fitting installation, sensor installation, data collection, and electrical and mechanical repairs and turn-key solutions are available from one of the most highly experienced teams in the industry.
Nuclear Power Support
Component-Specific Grease Sampling Tools for Power Gen
Presentation topics at CBMUG will include specialized sampling tools for MOVs being utilized at Constellation Crane Clean Energy Center (TMI), along with Electric Motors, Pillow Block Bearings, Cranes, and Wind Turbines. Case studies with ROI will be introduced for these applications.
MRG Labs is a global leader in grease sampling and analysis solutions for all Power Gen components and beyond.
Grease Thief Solutions
Turbine Oil & EHC Systems
MRG Labs has authored and EPRI has published the 2025 Update to the Turbine-Generator Lubrication System Maintenance Guide. Report #3002027369 is now current to the available tools and technologies for Asset Managers to ensure reliable operation of their critical systems. Join Rich Wurzbach at CBMUG-Clearwater for an overview of the enhancements and updates now found in this document, free to funding EPRI members:
EPRI TG Lube Guide

Turbine-Generator User Group Conference
2026-08-10 - 2026-08-11 | Kansas City, MO
Rich Wurzbach, President of MRG Labs, will be attending the two-day Steam Turbine, Generator & Auxiliary Systems conference held by EPRI.
TGUG Conference Flyer
